2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Honda Avancier

To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Panda 2002 Honda Avancier
Make Fiat Honda
Model Panda Avancier
Year Released 2005 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 54 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 61 L


 

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